Analysts Hail 2026 World Cup as Possibly the Greatest Tournament in History
Los Angeles Review of Books—Multiple sports writers declared the 2026 World Cup may be the best tournament in the competition's history, pointing to an extraordinary level of play and compelling storylines through the knockout stages. Canadian media highlighted what experts called the best individual match of the tournament while examining what lies ahead for the Canadian national team. New York Magazine went further, calling this edition potentially the greatest World Cup of all time. The tournament's co-hosting by the United States, Canada, and Mexico has contributed to record attendance and global viewership figures.